Lionel Messi in action for Barcelona on January 28, 2018
Vincenzo Montella hoping for Lionel Messi absence
Sevilla boss Vincenzo Montella hopes that Lionel Messi will not be in the Barcelona team for Saturday's La Liga clash.
Mar 30, 16:39
 Lionel Messi in action for Barcelona on January 28, 2018
Lionel Messi's record vs. Sevilla
Sports Mole looks at Lionel Messi's past record against Sevilla ahead of Barcelona's trip to the Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan this weekend.
Mar 30, 08:00
 Generic image of a locker room
Real Madrid youngster clarifies 'Lionel Messi better than Cristiano Ronaldo' comment
Real Madrid midfielder Federico Valverde insists that a comment he made which suggested that Lionel Messi was better than Cristiano Ronaldo was "a joke".
Mar 29, 19:48
 Lionel Messi pictured in February 2018
Lionel Messi, Marc-Andre ter Stegen 'train with Barcelona'
Lionel Messi and Marc-Andre ter Stegen both complete Thursday morning's training session with Barcelona ahead of the club's trip to Sevilla, according to a report.
Mar 29, 10:47
 Mohamed Salah celebrates during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Watford on March 17, 2018
Ian Rush compares Mohamed Salah to Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo
Liverpool legend Ian Rush compares in-form Egyptian Mohamed Salah to Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.
Mar 29, 10:35
 Barcelona forward Lionel Messi celebrates scoring during his side's Champions League group game against Juventus at the Camp Nou on September 12, 2017
Diego Costa: 'Argentina should thank God for Lionel Messi'
Diego Costa warns Argentina supporters to 'always treat Lionel Messi well' as they are fortunate to have a player of such quality in their ranks.
Mar 28, 15:55
 Lionel Messi in action for Barcelona on January 28, 2018
Lionel Messi, Marc-Andre ter Stegen doubtful for Sevilla game
Ernesto Valverde says that he is "calm" about the knock Lionel Messi is carrying, with the Barcelona forward - along with Marc-Andre ter Stegen - due to undergo a scan.
Mar 28, 15:10
 A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Jorge Sampaoli: Spain "slapped" Argentina in heavy defeat
Jorge Sampaoli concedes that Argentina must up their game ahead of the World Cup following a record-equalling 6-1 loss to Spain in Madrid.
Mar 28, 11:31
 Marco Asensio in action during the friendly between Italy under-21s and Spain under-21s on March 27, 2017
Spain put six goals past Argentina in Madrid
Spain continue their preparations for the 2018 World Cup with a thumping 6-1 win over Argentina in the Spanish capital.
Mar 27, 21:24
 world cup general ball
Team News: Diego Costa leads line for Spain against Argentina
Diego Costa leads the line for Spain in Tuesday night's international friendly against Argentina - who have Lionel Messi on the bench - at the Wanda Metropolitano.
Mar 27, 18:43
 Marco Asensio in action during the friendly between Italy under-21s and Spain under-21s on March 27, 2017
Live Commentary: Spain 6-1 Argentina - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live coverage of the international friendly between Spain and Argentina in Madrid, which finished 6-1.
Mar 27, 18:30
 Stephan El Shaarawy celebrates scoring during the Champions League group game between Roma and Chelsea on October 31, 2017
Maxime Gonalons: 'Roma can cause surprise against Barcelona'
Midfielder Maxime Gonalons says that Roma are capable of causing a surprise when they meet Barcelona in the Champions League quarter-finals.
Mar 27, 17:13
 Lionel Messi in action during the La Liga game between Barcelona and Real Madrid on December 3, 2016
Arthur: 'Lionel Messi was factor in Barcelona move'
Highly-rated midfielder Arthur says that one of the reasons that he decided to join Barcelona was to play alongside Lionel Messi.
Mar 27, 15:46
 Lionel Messi in training for Barcelona on February 19, 2018
Argentina forward Lionel Messi to miss friendly with Spain?
Lionel Messi is reportedly ruled out of Argentina's friendly with Spain after failing to overcome an injury to his hamstring and adductor.
Mar 27, 11:57
 Lionel Messi in action for Barcelona on January 28, 2018
Argentina boss Jorge Sampaoli: 'World Cup is a revolver to Lionel Messi's head'
Argentina boss Jorge Sampaoli says that the World Cup is a "revolver" to Lionel Messi's head.
Mar 26, 21:35
 Lionel Messi pictured in February 2018
Spain's David de Gea keen to take on Lionel Messi in friendly against Argentina
Spain goalkeeper David de Gea says that he is keen to face Lionel Messi in Tuesday's international friendly against Argentina.
Mar 26, 20:19
 Lionel Messi pictured in February 2018
Argentina forward Lionel Messi targets return to action against Spain
Argentina ace Lionel Messi hopes to play some part in Tuesday's international friendly with Spain after being forced to sit out the win over Italy.
Mar 26, 14:59
 Lionel Messi at Barcelona training on October 14, 2016
Spain midfielder Koke: Stopping Lionel Messi "almost impossible"
Spain and Atletico Madrid midfielder Koke confesses that stopping Lionel Messi in Tuesday's friendly with Argentina will not be an easy task.
Mar 26, 14:09
 Thibaut Courtois makes a save during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Leicester City on January 13, 2018
Thibaut Courtois hits back at Louis van Gaal criticism
Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois hits back at criticism from former Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal following his performance in the Champions League.
Mar 25, 18:29
 Lionel Messi in training for Barcelona on February 19, 2018
Lucas Vazquez hoping for Lionel Messi involvement
Spain attacker Lucas Vazquez insists that La Roja want Argentina's Lionel Messi to be fit for Tuesday's international friendly.
Mar 24, 18:38
 Lionel Messi pictured in February 2018
Lionel Messi explains Argentina absence
Lionel Messi reveals that concerns over a slight injury forced him to sit out Argentina's international friendly with Italy on Friday night.
Mar 24, 13:23
 Italy goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon in action for his side during the international friendly with Germany in Milan on November 15, 2016
Live Commentary: Italy 0-2 Argentina - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's coverage as Italy fall to a 2-0 defeat at the hands of Argentina in their friendly at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester.
Mar 23, 18:45
 Cristiano Ronaldo is stunned during the Champions League group game between Tottenham Hotspur and Real Madrid on November 1, 2017
Cristiano Ronaldo 'demands one more euro than Lionel Messi'
Real Madrid forward Cristiano Ronaldo reportedly demands to be paid one more euro than Lionel Messi during negotiations over a new contract.
Mar 23, 13:00
 Barcelona forward Lionel Messi celebrates scoring during his side's Champions League group game against Juventus at the Camp Nou on September 12, 2017
Gianluigi Buffon: 'Lionel Messi more complete than Cristiano Ronaldo'
Italy and Juventus goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon claims that Lionel Messi is a "more complete" player than perennial rival Cristiano Ronaldo.
Mar 23, 12:22
 Kevin De Bruyne in action during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Leicester City on February 10, 2018
Kevin De Bruyne dismisses Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo comparisons
Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne claims that it is "impossible" to compare him to Barcelona's Lionel Messi and Real Madrid's Cristiano Ronaldo.
Mar 23, 10:03
 A dishevelled Gareth Southgate during an England training session on March 20, 2018
This week's biggest games in world football
Sports Mole picks out the biggest and most important matches from all corners of the globe over the next seven days.
Mar 23, 06:00
 Lionel Messi in action for Barcelona on January 28, 2018
Jorge Sampaoli: 'Lionel Messi can carry Argentina at 2018 World Cup'
Argentina forward Lionel Messi can "carry the team on his shoulders" at this year's World Cup in Russia, according to manager Jorge Sampaoli.
Mar 22, 22:29
 A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Ronaldo picks out five potential 2018 World Cup winners
Brazil legend Ronaldo picks out Germany, Spain, England, France and Argentina as the five favourites for the 2018 World Cup this summer.
Mar 22, 12:05
 Paul Pogba in action during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Leicester City on August 26, 2017
Paul Pogba 'thought Lionel Messi was very small'
Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba reveals that his first impression of Barcelona attacker Lionel Messi was that the Argentine "seemed very small".
Mar 20, 12:42
 Mohamed Salah celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Bournemouth and Liverpool on December 17, 2017
Harry Kewell backs Liverpool star Mohamed Salah to win Ballon d'Or
Harry Kewell claims that Liverpool star Mohamed Salah could beat Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo to the next Ballon d'Or.
Mar 20, 10:46
 Mohamed Salah celebrates during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Watford on March 17, 2018
Real Madrid, Barcelona 'interested in £200m Mohamed Salah move'
Spanish giants Real Madrid and Barcelona are reportedly ready to battle for the signature of £200m-rated Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah this summer.
Mar 20, 09:34
 Paris Saint-Germain's Marco Verratti in action during the Champions League match against Arsenal on November 23, 2016
Marco Verratti: 'Lionel Messi does not get punished by referees'
Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Marco Verratti calls on referees to "be more tolerant" and questions why Lionel Messi so often gets away with similar acts of petulance.
Mar 19, 16:33
 Harry Kane of Tottenham Hotspur argues with a decision from the referee in the Champions League game against Juventus on March 7, 2018
Tottenham Hotspur 'could make £175m profit on Harry Kane'
Research from CIES Football Observatory indicates that the sale of Harry Kane would make Tottenham Hotspur a £175m profit.
Mar 19, 12:20
 Mohamed Salah celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Bournemouth and Liverpool on December 17, 2017
Javi Gracia: "Unstoppable" Mohamed Salah just like Lionel Messi
Javi Gracia describes Mohamed Salah as an "unstoppable" player in the same mould as Lionel Messi, having watched the Egyptian forward take his Watford side apart.
Mar 19, 11:23
 Cristiano Ronaldo is stunned during the Champions League group game between Tottenham Hotspur and Real Madrid on November 1, 2017
Lucas Vazquez backs Cristiano Ronaldo to catch Lionel Messi in Pichichi race
Lucas Vazquez expects Cristiano Ronaldo to push Lionel Messi all the way in the Pichichi race, with the Barcelona man currently three goals better off.
Mar 19, 11:08
 Lionel Messi pictured in February 2018
Lionel Messi desperate to win World Cup with Argentina
Barcelona and Argentina superstar Lionel Messi hopes to go one better than four years ago by lifting the World Cup in Russia this summer.
Mar 19, 10:56
 Barcelona forward Lionel Messi celebrates scoring during his side's Champions League group game against Juventus at the Camp Nou on September 12, 2017
Unai Nunez: 'Lionel Messi undoubtedly best player in world'
Athletic Bilbao's Unai Nunez insists that Lionel Messi is "undoubtedly the best player in the world", having witnessed the Barcelona forward produce another masterclass.
Mar 18, 20:59
 Barcelona forward Lionel Messi celebrates scoring during his side's Champions League group game against Juventus at the Camp Nou on September 12, 2017
Barcelona cruise past Athletic Bilbao to move 11 points clear
Barcelona ease to a 2-0 victory over Athletic Bilbao to move 11 points clear at the top of La Liga with only nine games of their season remaining.
Mar 18, 17:08
 Ernesto Valverde takes Barcelona training on February 19, 2018
Live Commentary: Barcelona 2-0 Athletic Bilbao - as it happened
Relive Barcelona's 2-0 victory over Athletic Bilbao as first-half goals from Paco Alcacer and Lionel Messi send Ernesto Valverde's side 11 points clear at the top.
Mar 18, 14:15
 Barcelona's Paco Alcacer challenges Ruben Vezo of Granada during the La Liga clash at the Camp Nou on October 29, 2016
Team News: Paco Alcacer handed rare league start for visit of Athletic Bilbao
Paco Alcacer takes over from the suspended Luis Suarez for Barcelona's home league match against Athletic Bilbao.
Mar 18, 14:14
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